Job Description

Investment Analyst (High yield bonds and equity)​

Build the future with us

iA Global Asset Management (iAGAM), a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, is the place to take your career to new heights in a high-performance work environment. Our passionate teams are dedicated every day to ensuring that iAGAM is among the most competitive portfolio managers in the market. iAGAM employs over 100 seasoned investment professionals and has close to $100 billion in assets under management. It manages portfolios of general funds, segregated funds and mutual funds for iA Financial Group.

What you’ll accomplish with us

As an Investment Analyst (High yield bonds and equity), you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Investments – Strategic Family of Funds - you will be a member of the investment team managing approximately $4.8 billion in assets within iAGAM.

• Performing quantitative and qualitative research and analysis of North American high yield bond and equity markets.
• Evaluating investments and opportunities based on the iAGAM’s Strategic Funds Investment Process
• Ad hoc research, analysis and portfolio related project work
• Developing and updating valuation and market related investment models
• Assisting in the development of monthly/quarterly/annual previews and summaries for clients
• Evaluation, analysis and preparation of periodic reports pertaining to portfolio performance and attribution of returns and general day-to-day discussions on key investment developments
• Participating in the sales process by supporting various distribution networks

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has undergraduate degree required 
• Has 2 - 7 years of relevant work experience related to investment analysis
• Has Experience in fixed income is advantageous
• Is recognized for their exceptional analytical research skills, curiosity and intellectual rigour, ability to work in a team environment, ability to react quickly and under pressure and must possess excellent communication skills
• Stands out for their rigour:  In analysis and in constructing valuation models
• Has a genuine passion for investment analysis is vital in this role.ommunication:  Must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Is self-motivated and able to work independently

Why you’ll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;

• Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!

Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs! 

Still unsure about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!

To apply for this role, please ensure to upload your most recent resume outlining your experience in the high yield bonds and equity space and a one page long cover letter to outline your interest in this opportunity.

The typical hiring range for this position is between 60 000 $ and 85 000CAD per year; the base salary offered may vary depending on knowledge, skills, years of experience, and internal equity related to the role. At iA, we are committed to offering a fair, equitable, and market-based compensation structure. Our market data is updated annually to reflect the most current market conditions.

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Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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